Job Summary:

The Juvenile Case Manager will professionally assess, supervise, and guide children who have been charged with a crime or are otherwise demonstrating pre-delinquent behaviors.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assesses each childs situation and needs based on school, police, and/or court reports; identifies a variety of resources and methods to help juveniles avoid committing more crimes and provides opportunities to assist them in becoming responsible citizens.
• Coordinates a variety of services such as crisis intervention, educational services, family counseling, parenting skills, and youth mentoring.
• Acts as liaison with juveniles, their families, the courts, and other involved agencies.
• Supervises and provides counsel to juveniles on court-ordered probation; sets guidelines for the behavior and actions of juveniles and recommends incarceration or reincarceration when those guidelines are not met.
• Establishes and maintains detailed, confidential records for each child; evaluates behavior during probation and makes related recommendations to juvenile court.
• Speaks to general public and community groups about juvenile delinquency; educates and informs the community on youth programs and services available in the area.
• Maintains current knowledge and list of community resources and services available to assist and rehabilitate juveniles and their families.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to stay calm in difficult and emotional situations and to counsel troubled youth and their families.
• Understanding of laws and regulations pertaining to the custody, welfare, protection, and detention of juvenile offenders.
• Thorough understanding of state and local directives and guidelines regarding juvenile case management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or related area required.
• At least two years of related experience required; experience with troubled adolescents highly preferred.
• Valid state drivers license.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.